Armpit Tattoos—Yes, Armpit Tattoos—Are Taking Over Instagram

Most of us really only see our armpits while putting on deodorant or while shaving in the shower if that's your thing, but that hasn't stopped thousands of people from using the space as a canvas for tattoos, which—as Elle UK reports—are being showcased all over Instagram.

Armpit tats aren't exactly an entirely new concept—few designs on social media seem to be rib-cage tats that merely extend upward into the armpit region, and it's not unusual for someone who opts for ink sleeves to extend the ink toward their underarm—but now, the fold of skin is being using as its own centerpiece.

A search of the hashtag "#armpit tattoos" on Instagram yields more than 7,000 results. According to HuffPost UK, who spoke with a tattoo artist, the area can be one of the most sensitive — and painful — parts of the body to ink. Yet, it seems that intricate floral designs are particularly popular when it comes to underarm ink, but some have chosen other scenes from nature, like spiderwebs, birds, and even strawberries. And, hey, if you're looking for subtlety, hiding a tat right under your arm might be the perfect spot. Check out some armpit tattoo inspiration, below: